Felt Quote by Alice Coltrane
“God's work was what I felt was the greater work.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Jazz Times, 1975
Higher purpose feels like a divine calling beyond personal ambition.
In simple terms: Feeling called to a greater purpose.
Key Takeaway
Seek meaning beyond self.
Themes
spirituality
purpose
music
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- artistic creation
- community service
- personal growth
Key Concepts
transcendence
creative expression
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “greater work” mean to you?
- How do you align daily actions with that purpose?
A Different Perspective
Purpose can be ambiguous and hard to define.
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